My interest in film started with a Fed 3 in my teens. Since then I have had various camera systems. In 2017 I started my blog - arhphotographic.co.uk where I recount my experience with cameras, developing and printing in the darkroom. 365 cameras in 365 days is my latest project. I will be developing my black and white film in Caffenol and any colour film in C41 chemicals.
A nice trip down memory lane for me as I bought one of these new in mid-1990. It was very well advertised at the time as being the fastest camera in the world, both for autofocus and shutter speed. I needed a faster, more automated camera (having missed shots on a safari-type trip), it was also very ergonomic and sufficiently compact and light. Although not quite as robust as I would have liked, I never had any issues with it, and it became my main 35mm SLR workhorse for the following 5+ years. I owned a few of the cards, mostly bought for me as presents, and on reflection thought they were a bit too expensive and gimmicky for what they offered. All in all, a great camera in its day. Thank you very much for this review and all the other reviews you have contributed to the photographic aficionado.
@@arhphotographic No, unfortunately not, my ex-wife took a great liking to it, and when we separated, we both agreed she should have it whilst I retained my medium format camera. I no longer needed the speed and automation in a camera, for expedition trips, and the Leica R6 became my next 'workhorse' camera, until it was stolen at Lima airport in 2009 triggering my acquiescent shift to digital. I still own a few film cameras for pleasure and look forward to slowly making my way through your 365 Camera Project!
@@arhphotographic At the time, a Bronica ETRS [outfit], which I had earlier updated from the ETRC. With the grip and basic prism, I used it as a big and clunky SLR, but it never failed me once in over 20 years, in many harsh environments around the world. I replaced it with a mint-looking ETRSi, but that does have battery drain problem I have to manage. Of course, the original had to sometimes be accompanied or replaced by a 35mm SLR, or even compact at times, for lightweight, speed and convenience.
I have this camera and according to the manual "S-Auto" is auto but with reduced sound from autowinding . For when you need to be a bit quieter so as not to disturb 🙂
The electric lens is the wrong one for this camera if you are looking for originality although it will still work. Pressing the rewind button alows you to rewind the film back into the cassette not wind on.
This is one of the inherent issues with screw mount lenses. However I find if I hold the lens, not the camera, while turning the focus ring I can focus the lens. Hope that helps.
My favourite Pentax camera . I have a battle scarred black version which is my go-to camera and works perfectly despite showing its age and history on the outside. Still silky smooth to operate
The meter was not intended for LR44 batteries, it is possible to recalibrate it for them with two variable resistors under the top. But it is originally intended for use with 1.35V Px675 batteries. If you do not want to compensate with the ASA/DIN° dial or have your camera modified for LR44, it does also take 675-size hearing aid batteries.
Had one of these back in the late 80s and used it up until 2006 when I went digital. My skills weren't great then I left it on auto and matched the LEDs, unfortunately didn't have a clue about how aperture worked lol
Hi my 7000i only lets me use manual focus despite me depressing the AF/M button at side of the Camera! Should I be doing something else to make the AF work or is there a fault with the Camera? Thank you
I had several of those, very nice and reliable camera, really affordable on the second hand market. I think Mamiya and Ricoh brands were terribly underrated.
It's a 35-70 auto focus lens. I have got to make some amendments to the video as I wrongly highlight that the camera is an autofocus camera. It is not. It is manual focus only with autoexposure 🫤 But it does look rather cool.
Looking to buy a used one on ebay. The description says "When the lever is pulled and the snap button us pressed there is a long Mechanical winding sound. " Does this sound like it is malfunctioning?
The camera accepts Pentax K lenses that are readily available at a reasonable price. Will work without batteries which are only required for the light meter. It doesn’t include an auto setting which a beginner might appreciate. It is a good camera. Hope that is helpful.
@@arhphotographic hello sir,I just wanted an advice which of these cameras would be better Praktica super tl1000 with domiplan 50mm f/2.8 OR Vivitar v3000s with vivitar 50mm f/1.7
it really comes down to personal preference. The Praktica is slightly more weight and requires a battery to operate. The Vivitar is more plastic but can operate without a battery , which powers the meter only. But both are good cameras.
@@arhphotographic they do have high values indeed. Although I used to have the EOS 30 back in the day, and would love one of those again. They seem to be climbing in value also though. I have subscribed to your channel so I will keep an eye out for if or when you pick up a 3 body 😊
I have a few of these, love them. This was the 1st camera that the team of camera designers which were "relocated" to the USSR after the war, made on their return to Germany in the early 1950's
Take a look at the Sigma Mark 1, where I already left you a comment today. Could be interesting. Then it might become clearer how the two cameras are basically connected. 😉 Greatings Lutz
I have the same camera, the Sigma Mark 1, the very first camera Sigma ever brought to market and for which Sigma approached Ricoh and bought the original blueprints of the Ricoh Singlex TLS, on which the Sigma is based with minimal cosmetic changes. Incidentally, I can recommend the same basic design, albeit with slight, but also more visible changes. The recommendation would be the universa Interflex TL, where the release button and the connection for the cable release have been separated and the cocking and transport lever has been given a very striking design. Incidentally, such cameras have their origins in three original cameras from three camera manufacturers. As already mentioned, these were the Ricoh Singlex TLS, then the Chinon Prinzflex TTL and thirdly the Cosina Hi-Lite. Including the three cameras just mentioned, I have so far found 24, possibly 25 models from different camera manufacturers or photo trading companies, which were marketed worldwide under various names, either by granting licences or by re-labelling their own cameras in order to be able to sell them under a different name on the American and European markets. These include the Sigma Mark1 and the recommended universa Interflex TL. So if you want to take a closer look at the rabbit hole, I'll give you the list here: Ricoh Singlex TLS Sears T-L-S Sigma Mark 1 Cavalier Five Thousand RTL Cosina Hi - Lite Proloisirs Hi - Lite Reporter Hi-Lite universa Interflex TL Carena 1000 Porst uniflex TTL Porst reflex TTL Revueflex 1000s TTL Revueflex T Revue Superflex TTL Ifbaflex TTL Ifbaflex T 1000 Chinonflex TTL Chinon Prinzflex TTL Prinzflex Super TTL Chinon Riaflex TTL Kingflex TTL Focal 1000 TLX Argus STL 1000 (not the Argus/Cosina STL 1000, that are different cameras) Phokina Interflex TLS Have fun browsing 😁 Oh yes, number 25 would be the Ricoh TLS 401, which is the successor model to the Ricoh Singlex TLS, but fell out of my list simply because of the change in the viewfinder system. 😉 Greetings Lutz
Hello, I have a question, since you can also create playlists on your channel. How about creating a complete playlist where you include all 377 cameras presented so far and those still to come, so that perhaps the complete playlist could be shared to show potential newcomers to analogue photography what is available in the big analogue camera world? Greetings Lutz
Thankx for the video ! Great to see that the winder will close the battery door. I ordered the winder but was'nt sure if it actually helps. I tried a little strip of seethrough sala tape as well and it seems to hold the door as well. Does'nt look as bad as some people using a large strip of gaffa tape.
One of my favourites. I'm going to sell mine though. I've got too much stuff and I love my F3 just a bit more, and I can't bring myself to selling my dads leica r4s
Thank you for this project, I enjoy your videos a lot. Developing all my film in Caffenol, I now wondered which recipe you use to develop the paper. I might want to switch to caffenol in the enlarging process as well. Thank you in advance and keep on going.
By the way, what do you think about the smaller siblings of the Exakta RTL1000? Wouldn't it be worth making a video about one of these cameras? I'm talking about: - Praktica VLC - Praktica VLC2 - Praktica VLC3 whereby I myself have the Praktica VLC2, with a battery adapter in which you have to insert three LR44 button cell batteries, as the light meter of these three cameras requires 4.5 volts and you can even choose between TTL open aperture metering and working aperture metering using a setting wheel. The Praktica cameras have an M42 screw thread, which makes it much easier to find lenses for them and the M42 lenses labelled electric also allow TTL open aperture metering. The hot shoe of the Exakta RTL1000 also fits on these Prakticas. As I said, maybe one of these would be an option for one of your next videos. Greetings from Germany Lutz
@@arhphotographic Thanks. It seems that in my case the sprocket on the motor axis is loose and slipping, which is why the overload sensor (?) does not detect the end of the film and the motor spins endlessly.
Except for the Leica’s and a couple of others yes I have bought / swapped or otherwise obtained the cameras. As for which are my favourites, I’m struggling to determine which have got to go and which will stay??🤔
The Minolta 9000 AF took the MD 90 motordrive which could had exchangeable battery packs (one for reloadables and one for normal alkalines) and which could also be used with the 100 frames film back. The winder allowed for single frame and continous advance at three frames rates (5fps, 3fps and 2fps). Having spare batteries was a good idea, especially with the 100 exposure back because it was draining batteries quickly so the exchangeable battery packs were useful. Instruction manual (and source of my wisdom) at Butkus.
I have acquired one of these cameras but the button to release ( 1:57 ) is missing. I dont know much about film cameras, do you reckon it will still be able to function?
I don’t see any reason why you can’t use the camera as intended. The button is for rewinding the film. Since you can open up the back, best done in a changing bag so no light ruins your film, I can’t see why you should give the camera a try.
